As is the case during most seasons, a big chunk of the overall improvement from the Green Bay Packers in 2021 came from the individual progression of several players, including both young players and veterans.
The improvements were biggest on defense, where the Packers got several standout performances from players that produced career-best seasons. Last season, significant progression from several offensive players helped create the NFL’s best offense. The defense didn’t deliver quite the same result this year.
Here’s a closer look at the most improved players from the 2021 season, using overall grades from Pro Football Focus as our guide:
